Jen
Piwowarski
St. Louis, MO
adhkmd@r.postjobfree.com
https:www.linkedin.com/in/jenpiwo
Senior Talent Acquisition/Human Resources specialist recently impacted by layoffs due to COVID-19. Experienced and adept in managing all phases of the Recruiting cycle, including Operations and Support. Bringing forth several years’ professional corporate recruiting expertise within the technology space identifying top talent for Consulting, HR, Product Management, Marketing, Sales, and Sales Engineering professionals. Equipped with a diverse skill-set highlighted by the ability to quickly establish strong internal/external relationships and consistently deliver solutions and results that support business goals, strategies and ensuring a positive client/customer experience. Skills
Project Management
Research
Consulting
Strong Written and Verbal Communication
Relationship Management
Networking
Full-Cycle Recruiting
Client Engagement
Experience
8/2019 – 03/2020
COLLABORATIVE SOLUTIONS / REMOTE – ST. LOUIS, MO
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist – HCM Consulting
Responsible for the full-cycle recruitment process for Workday certified professionals (Workday HCM, Workday Payroll, Workday Student and Organizational Change and Training Consultants)
Work with candidates from initial contact/screening through interview and offer/negotiations
Conduct a high volume of phone screens to provide thorough, and intuitive, verbal and written feedback.
Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter and other recruiting tools to identify untapped markets and unlock new sourcing strategies
Own the interview scheduling and communication with candidates to ensure a positive candidate experience
Participate in the review and interpretation of non-disclosure agreements alongside the Legal Department
Partner with internal teams and executive leadership to strategically identify opportunities for process improvement
Serve as a consultant and trusted adviser on best practices.
Collaborate on new recruitment initiatives and special projects
Applicant Tracking System (ATS) - Workday
11/2011 – 8/2019
CENTURYLINK / REMOTE– ST. LOUIS, MO
Lead Recruiter - Global Marketing & Product Management (06/16-08/2019) Senior Recruiter - Global Sales and Sales Engineering (11/2011- 06/2016)
Responsible for the full-cycle recruitment process across several business units within CenturyLink to include Marketing, Product Management, Enterprise Sales and Sales Engineering
Partner with leaders to understand recruiting needs and recommend, develop and implement innovative and cost-effective staffing strategies and tactics 2
Source, screen, interview and assess a diverse pool of candidates from entry-level to senior leadership within assigned client groups by leveraging recruiting software, social media, cold calling employee referrals, and progressive on-line sourcing tools including niche job boards
Consult with leadership, compensation, legal and HR Business Partners on the selection and offer negotiation process
Able to manage multiple priorities and projects to meet established deadlines
Create, lead and contribute in best practice and process improvement projects
Participate in vendor selection/pricing negotiation process and partner with the legal organization to modify terms and conditions
Research and evaluate the external marketplace to maintain an ongoing awareness of competitive landscape
Comfortably lead planning discussions with Leadership and HR Business Partners
Prepare metrics/stats, industry updates, state of the talent market and competitive landscape research
Drive and participate in new recruitment initiatives, including support/testing during the SAP SuccessFactors implementation
Lead and mentor internal team members across the Talent Acquisition Team
Applicant Tracking System (ATS) - SuccessFactors, Kenexa, SilkRoad (OpenHire) 11/2010-11/2011
LEVI, RAY and SHOUP (LRS)/ ST. LOUIS, MO
Recruiter/ Sourcer/ Account Manager
Establish, foster and maintain client and contract employee relationships by providing superior customer service and sourcing solutions, acting as a coordinator between internal and external consultants, and advising clients regarding needs assessments, requirements and compensation.
Recruit and maintain network of potential employees from diverse backgrounds (IT Infrastructure, and Software Applications) for clients through a variety of methods including direct recruiting, internet resume mining, proprietary database, and networking via strategic partnerships throughout the business community.
Set up Technical Interviews of candidates with company SME's.
Client relationship development
Create and manage recruitment marketing efforts for visibility into company/culture to find, attract, and engage talent
Perform full life cycle recruiting functions including locating and assessing potential candidates; coordinating phone screens; internal interviews; skills testing; reference checks; background checks; creating/writing position descriptions; employment offers; terminations; compensation negotiation; and conflict resolution.
Mentor, develop and train new and junior level recruiters, monitor recruiter performance and progress, and organize recruiting teams in order to maximize recruiting efficiency.
Follow OFCCP guidelines
02/2010-11/2011
FRANCIS HOWELL SCHOOL DISTRICT/ST. CHARLES, MO
Substitute Teacher
Perform duties set forth by the regular, full-time teacher
Extensive use of public speaking skills
Adaptability to ever changing environment at all district levels including elementary and secondary schools
02/2006-04/2007
CASSIDY TURLEY/ ST. LOUIS, MO
Licensed Real Estate Broker Assistant
Manage the day to day operations and administrative duties for a satellite commercial real estate office
Manage online marketing efforts for Senior Brokers
Track and maintained all listing information and contract negotiation material 3
Develop customer information packets
Client off site meetings and property walk throughs
Acquired Missouri Real Estate License to assist brokers
Interaction with Executives, department heads and managers throughout the company
Maintain/Update reports
Coordinate and manage internal and external events 01/2003-02/2004
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION/ ST. LOUIS, MO
Marketing Events Assistant
Provide administrative and project management support for the Events Leadership team
Responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing and execution of several donor events within the St. Louis Region
Assist in the development of collateral and promotional material
Corporate sponsorship acquisition, solicitation of auction items and establishment of community partnerships
Database system maintenance and reporting
Education
8/2003
Bachelor of Arts, Communications/ University of Missouri, St. Louis